Gascogne wave buoy monthly averages for 2013 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
8 ft
0 — 33.5 ft
Average Wave period
7 secs
4 — 13 secs
Average Water temperature
16 °C
11.9 — 23.2 °C
Average Wind
NNW, 15 mph
0 — 44 mph
About Gascogne wave buoy
Gascogne (WMO 62001) is an offshore buoy in the Bay of Biscay region (45.2300°N, 5.0000°W). It is positioned to observe Atlantic swell and storm systems affecting western France, northern Spain and the western approaches. It typically measures directional waves and marine meteorology for forecasting and maritime safety.
| Month | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 8 | SSW | 17 | 13.9 | |
| 11 | 7 | NNW | 21 | 16.0 | |
| 8 | 7 | SW | 15 | 19.3 | |
| 6 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.3 | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.8 | |
| 4 | 6 | N | 12 | 20.0 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNW | 12 | 15.7 | |
| 7 | 7 | NW | 14 | 13.5 | |
| 10 | 8 | NNW | 16 | 12.7 | |
| 8 | 7 | SE | 16 | 12.3 | |
| 11 | 7 | N | 19 | 12.5 | |
| 12 | 8 | WSW | 19 | 13.0 |